Feb 17 (Reuters) - Air Canada AC.TO -
* Making further investments into the U.S. based on strength of the market and on the favorable currency - Conf call
* Expect to see improved performance in domestic market due to potentially better economic indicators from Alberta, stable economy in Canada
* On the Atlantic, despite a challenging Q1, see improvements as co moves into Q2 and especially Q3 - Conf call
* Air Canada says also seen a major stablization in South America with the Brazilian and Peruvian markets dramatically improving - Conf call
* Air Canada says expect 2017 capex of $1.8 billion, net of sale, leaseback proceeds - Conf call
* Air Canada says expect free positive cash flow in the range of $200 to $500 million in 2017 - Conf call Further company coverage: AC.TO